Solar Installers Market: ZIP 17522
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17522 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,601 and household incomes near the national median ($71,865). There are 17 solar installers operations in ZIP 17522.
Area Profile
33,601
Population
$71,865
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 17522.
17
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
5.1 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 85.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 17522 (17 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,200
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,171
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 17
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.6 pts vs. national avg
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits